The City of Fort Payne

City Council Meeting
2025-07-01 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-07-15 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-08-05 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-08-19 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-09-02 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-09-16 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-10-07 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-10-21 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Council Chambers – 2nd floor of City Hall, 100 Alabama Avenue NW, Fort Payne, AL, 35967, United States
City Council regular meetings are held at 12:30 PM on the first and third Tuesday of each month in the council chambers on the second floor of City Hall located at 100 Alabama Ave NW. Business for consideration is scheduled and placed on the agenda through the Office of City Clerk. The deadline for adding agenda items is the preceding Wednesday at 12 Noon. Anyone wishing to address the council should request to be placed on the agenda. Meetings are open to the public, and attendance is welcomed. Handicapped persons are asked to make special needs known. Set a reminder and stay updated on city business. Don’t forget, you can watch the council meeting online as well on FPTV.

Annual Independence Celebration Fireworks
2025-07-03 17:00 - 20:45 | Fort Payne Sports Complex, 4501 Gault Avenue North, Fort Payne, 36968
🎆 Get ready for a firecracker of a night!The Independence Celebration is back at the Fort Payne Sports Complex on July 3rd—and you’re invited!
🎶 Enjoy live music, delicious concessions, and free photos by Bama Photos (sponsored by Boom Days)! Bring a chair, bring your friends, and get ready for a night of fun under the stars.
📅 Schedule of Events:

5:00 PM – Gates Open
5:00 PM – Music by DJ Snake
6:45 PM – Live performance by The Locals
8:45 PM – Fireworks Display

🎇 Fireworks ShowVisible from the Sports Complex and Fort Payne High School — don’t miss it!
‼️ Please note: Coolers are not allowed. Chairs are permitted.

Third Saturday Cruise-In
2025-07-19 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Fort Payne
It’s Third Saturday Sunset Cruise-In Season!
join us on July 19th, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Downtown Fort Payne, AL, we’ll have vendors, live entertainment, shopping, restaurants, cars and trucks on display, a Kidz Zone, pony rides, and much more! It’s going to be a fun time – a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.
We’re excited to be welcoming some amazing musical acts for your entertainment:
July 19, 2025
– Main Stage: The Locals
– Coal and Iron Building: Kevin Moore Saxophone
August 16, 2025
– Main Stage: Sherwood Seven
– Coal and Iron Building: Stuart Douglas
October 18, 2025
– Main Stage: Willie Underwood Band
– Coal and Iron Building: Lee and Brant

This season, we’re also thrilled to feature a book signing by Casey Brown!
Hope y’all are ready – see you there!

Second Street Corridor Redevelopment Plan
2025-08-12 17:30 | Fort Payne City Auditorium, 100 Alabama Ave N, Fort Payne, 35967, United States
Join the City of Fort Payne for a Project Kick-Off Meeting as we launch the Second Street Corridor Redevelopment Plan. This event is your opportunity to engage with city leaders and planning partners to help shape the future of this important and historic corridor.
📍 Location: Fort Payne Auditorium – 105 Forest Ave SW, Fort Payne, AL 35967🗓️ Date: August 12, 2025🕠 Time: 5:30 PM
Come ready to share your vision, ideas, and feedback. Let’s build a brighter future for Fort Payne—together.

Third Saturday Cruise-In
2025-08-16 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Fort Payne, 306 Gault Ave N, Fort Payne, AL, 35967, United States
It’s Third Saturday Sunset Cruise-In Season!
join us on August 16th, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Downtown Fort Payne, AL, we’ll have vendors, live entertainment, shopping, restaurants, cars and trucks on display, a Kidz Zone, pony rides, and much more! It’s going to be a fun time – a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.
We’re excited to be welcoming some amazing musical acts for your entertainment:
August 16, 2025
– Main Stage: Sherwood Seven
– Coal and Iron Building: Stuart Douglas
October 18, 2025
– Main Stage: Willie Underwood Band
– Coal and Iron Building: Lee and Brant

This season, we’re also thrilled to feature a book signing by Casey Brown!
Hope y’all are ready – see you there!

Glow Run 2025
2025-09-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Fort Payne
Get ready to shine at the Movin’ for Main Street GLOW RUN – a 5K like no other! Hosted by Fort Payne-Main Street in Historic Downtown Fort Payne.Join us Saturday, September 13th at the Rotary Pavilion for an electrifying night of fun, fitness, and glow-in-the-dark excitement!Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or just in it for the glow, this is your chance to hit the streets under the neon lights and make some unforgettable memories. REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN: Register Here $35+ tax – The first 100 runners will receive an official race day shirt!All runners will receive GLOW Sticks, Bracelets, Necklaces, and much more! PRIZES & AWARDS Medals will be awarded to the top male & female finishers in the following age groups:(13-15) | (16-20) | (21-30) | (31-40) | (41-50) | (51-60) | (61+) Overall Winners Take Home Cash! 1st Place: $250 2nd Place: $175 3rd Place: $75 Dress to Impress!The Best Dressed Runner will score a Main Street Gift Basket, so deck yourself out in your brightest, glowiest gear!

Boom Days 2025
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-20 | Downtown Fort Payne, 306 Gault Ave N, Fort Payne, AL, 35967, United States
Join us for Boom Days 2025!

Boom Days Heritage Celebration is Fort Payne’s annual music and art festival like no other. This year’s headliners include Grand Funk Railroad on Friday night and Mark Wills and The Band Perry on Saturday night. All day Saturday in downtown Fort Payne, you’ll find vendors, artist demonstrations, a children’s area, a wine tasting, pet parade, food vendors, and more musical acts!
For more information, a full music lineup, schedule of events, and FAQs visit www.boomdays.com!

Third Saturday Cruise-In
2025-10-18 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Fort Payne
It’s Third Saturday Sunset Cruise-In Season!
join us on October 18th, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Downtown Fort Payne, AL, we’ll have vendors, live entertainment, shopping, restaurants, cars and trucks on display, a Kidz Zone, pony rides, and much more! It’s going to be a fun time – a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones.
We’re excited to be welcoming some amazing musical acts for your entertainment:
October 18, 2025
– Main Stage: Willie Underwood Band
– Coal and Iron Building: Lee and Brant

This season, we’re also thrilled to feature a book signing by Casey Brown!
Hope y’all are ready – see you there!

Holiday Open House 2025
2025-11-01 - 2025-11-02 | Downtown Fort Payne
The holidays are right around the corner—it’s time to start checking off that shopping list! 🎄✨ Join us for the Holiday Open House on November 1–2, 2025, and explore participating merchants across the city. Find unique gifts, seasonal favorites, and everything you need to kick off your holiday festivities in style!

Swearing-In Ceremony and Organizational Meeting
2025-11-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Fort Payne City Auditorium, 100 Alabama Ave N, Fort Payne, 35967, United States
You are cordially invited to attend the Mayor and City Council Swearing-In Ceremony and Organizational Meeting on November 3rd, at 12 PM in the City Auditorium.

Council Work Session
2025-11-18 16:30 - 17:30 | Council Chambers – 2nd floor of City Hall, 100 Alabama Avenue NW, Fort Payne, AL, 35967, United States
The City Council will meet in a work session on Tuesday, November 18th at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers on the second floor of city hall. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss policy and procedures for City Board Appoints. The meeting is open to the public.

Zoning Board Meeting
2025-11-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Conference Room: Top Floor of City Hall
The Zoning Board will convene in regular session on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. The meeting is scheduled for 5:00 pm in the Conference Room located on the top floor of City Hall. (Enter Forest Avenue NW).
Zoning Meeting will be held with Mr. Justin Shankles on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss getting a variance for Shankles Body Shop, located at 1915 Gault Ave South, to add square footage to the existing building and for the rear property offset.
For further information, please contact Nick Brown at (256) 845-5180.

City Council Meeting
2025-11-18 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-12-02 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-12-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Council Chambers – 2nd floor of City Hall, 100 Alabama Avenue NW, Fort Payne, AL, 35967, United States
City Council regular meetings are held the 1st Tuesday of each month at 12:30 p.m. 3rd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m.in the council chambers on the second floor of City Hall located at 100 Alabama Ave NW. Business for consideration is scheduled and placed on the agenda through the Office of City Clerk. The deadline for adding agenda items is the preceding Wednesday at 12 Noon. Anyone wishing to address the council should request to be placed on the agenda. Meetings are open to the public, and attendance is welcomed. Handicapped persons are asked to make special needs known. Set a reminder and stay updated on city business. Don’t forget, you can watch the council meeting online and on FPTV.

Planning Commission Meeting
2025-11-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Conference Room: Top Floor of City Hall
The Planning Commission of Adjustments will be convened in regular session on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 pm in the Conference Room located on the top floor of City Hall. (Enter Forest Avenue NW).
Planning meeting will be held with Mrs. Northcutt on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the proposed rezoning of the 3500 block of Godfrey for the new subdivision from R-1 (Single-Family Residential) to R-2 (Two-Family Residential)
For further information, please contact Nick Brown at (256) 845-5180.

Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting
2025-12-09 17:00 | AL
The City of Fort Payne Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold its next regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday,
December 9, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Fort Payne Municipal Building.
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40th Annual Christmas in the Park
2025-12-12 16:30 - 18:00 | AL
You are invited to join us for the city of Fort Payne’s 40th Annual Christmas in the Park! Festivities will begin at 4:30 PM on Friday, December 12th, and will conclude right before the Christmas Parade at 6:00 PM.
Can’t wait to see you there!

Christmas Parade 2025
2025-12-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Fort Payne
Spread some holiday cheer and join us for the annual Fort Payne Christmas Parade on Friday, December 12, at 6 PM!

Ice Skate Downtown 2025
2025-12-20 - 2025-12-21 | AL
Bring your family and ice skate downtown at the Rotary Pavilion! Saturday, December 20th, 2-6 PM and Sunday, December 21st, 2-6 PM. The cost is $10 per skater, including skates.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
